ThreeSheds Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Hi, I am currently planning some light mods to my Disco 2, which will be used for road trips in the UK and Europe (I'll be writing about it's conversion to a 'stealth camper' later), and occasional RTV events, and I am wondering whether to permanently remove the spare wheel and it's bracket from the back door. Considerations are: When I am trialing I remove the spare wheel anyway The last time I had a serious puncture (one that meant I needed to use the spare) was 30 years ago I carry a pump and a puncture repair kit anyway I think that the spare on the back door looks fugly (I would fill the funny shaped indentation leaving a smooth (hopefully) back door) So - I am looking for opinions (not arguments, keep it light): Should I or should I not remove the spare wheel and it's carrier? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arjan Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 (edited) Feel free to do whatever you feel comfortable with.. But we will not take clients with us without a proper spare wheel. Edited October 20, 2017 by Arjan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miketomcat Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Personally I'd keep it but I've had to change a wheel due to a screw in the tyre this week. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snagger Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Sounds like folly to me. Removing a spare to go trialling in a specific location with plenty of other vehicles is a world away from going on protracted drives without support, and many other drivers would be unsympathetic if you need to borrow their spare because you decided to remove your own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 I'd keep it for long trips as a blowout on the motorway means no amount of sealant will save you, especially if you're abroad where support might be limited (some places you just can't get non-standard sizes/treads of tyre). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cynic-al Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 I won't buy a car without a full sized spare wheel. I've had 3 punctures this year. My parents got stuck in a little town in France for 4 days a couple of years ago waiting for the tyre place to get the odd ball sized tyre delivered that their Nissan had. I've not had great luck with the spray foam, sometimes it works sometimes it doesn't and it's a faff to have to put it in, drive for so many miles etc etc. I just want to nut and bolt a wheel on and know that I'm back upto full speed, full load capacity and I can continue without having to worry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daan Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 9 hours ago, ThreeSheds said: The last time I had a serious puncture (one that meant I needed to use the spare) was 30 years ago You are on Borrowed time. Daan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeSheds Posted October 21, 2017 Author Share Posted October 21, 2017 Well, thanks for your thoughts everybody... When so many people I have so much respect for say keep it - I'll be keeping it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missingsid Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 My 2000 BMW M5 does not have a spare at all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AV8R Posted December 25, 2017 Share Posted December 25, 2017 (edited) On 21-12-2017 at 4:10 PM, missingsid said: My 2000 BMW M5 does not have a spare at all! Most people that buy a new BMW M5 don't know how to change a wheel. They have a smart-phone to cry for help. In a Land Rover you might go places where there is no mobile phone coverage or the AA won't venture. Some people really use their Landy to go places. Above and beyond . . . . . . . . . . . . . My 88" leading a 110 while fording a river in the Ardennes VVV Edited December 25, 2017 by AV8R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted December 25, 2017 Share Posted December 25, 2017 On 21/12/2017 at 3:10 PM, missingsid said: My 2000 BMW M5 does not have a spare at all! probably because most BMW have run-flat tyres, but they still have a speed/load carrying handicap, full size spare tyre for me regardless, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLineMike Posted December 26, 2017 Share Posted December 26, 2017 im surprised you remove the spare wheel for RTV trials, seems like a load of Faf for not any gain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeSheds Posted December 27, 2017 Author Share Posted December 27, 2017 23 hours ago, RedLineMike said: im surprised you remove the spare wheel for RTV trials, seems like a load of Faf for not any gain Not for any advantage - I just can't stand the thought of all that weight bouncing around on the back door! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muddy Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 Then why not knock abit of wood in between the spare and bumper if your worried that much? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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